Lansing Sun

Michigan State University's men's soccer team is set to face the University of Maryland in a crucial Big Ten matchup. The game will take place on Saturday, October 5th at 7:30 p.m. in College Park. Maryland currently leads the conference with ten points, while Michigan State trails closely behind with nine.

The Spartans have an overall record of 4-4-2 and a conference record of 3-1-0 following their recent victory over Northwestern. Maryland holds a 5-1-4 overall record and remains unbeaten in league play with a 3-0-1 mark.

Junior midfielder Jonathan Stout has been instrumental for Michigan State, leading the team with four goals and one assist. He has scored in three of the last four games for the Spartans. Meanwhile, Maryland's Leon Koehl also leads his team with four goals and one assist.

Historically, Maryland has held an edge over Michigan State in their matchups, boasting a series lead of 7-6-6. In College Park specifically, Maryland has won four out of eight encounters against the Spartans.

In their previous outing, Michigan State secured a narrow win against Northwestern thanks to junior forward Jake Spadafora's decisive goal.

Looking ahead, after facing Maryland, Michigan State will return home to compete against Wisconsin on Friday, October 11th.